4 dot defense


4 dot defense diagram 1

Description

D1 sets up to defend from the slot. Coach calls out a number from 1-4 corresponding to the four corners that the forwards are stationed at. Forward whose # is called drives hard to the net to attempt to score. D-man plays him one on one. After scoring chance/or defense clear, coach calls another forward number. Repeat until all 4 forwards have gone. Rotate new players after each four corner sequence.

Key Points

Forward protect the puck, while driving hard. D-man keep forwards to the outside.